King James Version
What Does Joshua 12:10 Mean?
“The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;”
Context
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In the mountains, and in the valleys, and in the plains, and in the springs, and in the wilderness, and in the south country; the Hittites, the Amorites, and the Canaanites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites:
9
The king of Jericho, one; the king of Ai, which is beside Bethel, one;
10
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
11
The king of Jarmuth, one; the king of Lachish, one;
12
The king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one;
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**4-7. this is the cause why Joshua did circumcise--**The omission to circumcise the children born in the wilderness might have been owing to the incessant movements of the people; but it is most generally thought that the true cause was a temporary suspension of the covenant with the unbelieving race who, being rejected of the Lord, were doomed to perish in the wilderness, and whose children had to bear the iniquity of their fathers (Nu 14:33), though, as the latter were to be brought into the promised land, the covenant would be renewed with them.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Joshua. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Joshua 12:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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